Archive · 30 Nov 2025
Ramesh Sippy Honors Dharmendra at IFFI 2025
At the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), famous director Ramesh Sippy shared his memories of actor Dharmendra, who recently passed away.
He talked about how much they miss Dharmendra and how he was very dedicated and brave during the making of the movie Sholay.
Ramesh Sippy also announced that Sholay will be released again with its original ending, which was changed a long time ago.
The festival also showed the famous Sholay motorbike to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the movie.
It was a special time to remember Dharmendra and the impact of Sholay.
Dharmendra had two families and kept them separate for many years.
In 2015, Esha Deol, his daughter with Hema Malini, visited his first family home to see her critically ill uncle.
This visit was a rare moment where the two families came together, showing the respect they had for each other.
After Dharmendra's passing, the family held separate prayer meets to honor him.
Ramesh Sippy paid an emotional tribute to Dharmendra at the 56th IFFI, expressing how much he is missed.
Sippy shared behind-the-scenes stories of Dharmendra's dedication and bravery during the filming of Sholay.
The original ending of Sholay, which was changed during the Emergency, will be restored for its re-release.
IFFI showcased the iconic Sholay motorbike to celebrate the film's 50th anniversary.
The 'In-Conversation' session titled '50 Years of Sholay: Why Sholay Still Resonates?' was hosted by Kiran Sippy.
Dharmendra had two families and maintained separate households for them, reflecting traditional values of respect and privacy.
In 2015, Esha Deol visited Dharmendra's first family home to see her critically ill uncle, Ajit Deol, marking a rare moment of unity between the two families.
Esha Deol touched Prakash Kaur's feet and received her blessings during the visit, highlighting the respect within the larger family.
Following Dharmendra's passing, the Deol family held a prayer meet, while Hema Malini and her daughters held a separate Geeta Paath and bhajans at their home.
- Who
- Ramesh Sippy, Dharmendra, Esha Deol, Prakash Kaur, Hema Malini, Sunny Deol, Ahana Deol, Ajit Deol, Abhay Deol
- What
- Tribute to Dharmendra and announcement of Sholay's re-release with original ending; Esha Deol's visit to Dharmendra's first family home
- When
- During the closing ceremony of the 56th IFFI; Esha Deol's visit in 2015; Dharmendra's passing on November 24
- Where
- International Film Festival of India (IFFI); Dharmendra's first family home
- Why
- To honor Dharmendra's legacy and celebrate 50 years of Sholay; To visit critically ill uncle, Ajit Deol
Traditional Family Values
Modern Family Dynamics
Family Arrangement
Traditional Family Values
Dharmendra's decision to maintain separate households for his two families reflects traditional values of respect and privacy.
Modern Family Dynamics
The arrangement, while respectful, highlights the complexities and challenges of managing multiple families in a modern context.
- Event
- 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI)
- Tribute Paid By
- Ramesh Sippy
- Actor Honored
- Dharmendra
- Film Celebrated
- Sholay
- Special Announcement
- Re-release of Sholay with original ending
- Session Title
- 50 Years of Sholay: Why Sholay Still Resonates?
- Host
- Kiran Sippy
- First Marriage
- Prakash Kaur (1954)
- Second Marriage
- Hema Malini (1980)
- Children with Prakash Kaur
- Sunny, Bobby, Vijeeta, Ajeeta
- Children with Hema Malini
- Esha, Ahana
- Notable Visit
- Esha Deol visited Dharmendra's first family home in 2015
- Reason for Visit
- To see critically ill uncle, Ajit Deol
- Family Prayer Meet
- Held after Dharmendra's passing, separate from Hema Malini's Geeta Paath
Sources
IFFI 2025: Ramesh Sippy Pays Tribute To Dharmendra, "Missing Him A Lot"
ना सनी देओल ना बॉबी देओल, अपने पिता धर्मेंद्र के इस फिल्म का रिकॉर्ड नहीं तोड़ सके बेटे, हुई थी जबरदस्त हिट
When Esha Deol Visited Dharmendra's House After 30 Years And Touched Prakash Kaur's Feet
